pitcher sage

How to Grow and Care for pitcher sage

pitcher sage · Salvia spathacea
Also known as: bee sage

Grow in light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Best in full sun but can tolerate light partial shade

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing pitcher sage

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow in light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Best in full sun but can tolerate light partial shade

How to Water pitcher sage?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for pitcher sage?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for pitcher sage?

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What Soil Is Best for pitcher sage?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for pitcher sage?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize pitcher sage?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune pitcher sage?

Remove flower spikes as they fade to prolong flowering

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How to Propagate pitcher sage?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant pitcher sage?

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How to Care for pitcher sage in Winter?

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How to Plant pitcher sage?

Grow in light, moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Best in full sun but can tolerate light partial shade

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How to Repot pitcher sage?

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How to Harvest pitcher sage?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), powdery mildews, verticillium wilt and foot and root rots

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of pitcher sage

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Attributes of pitcher sage

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginW and Southwestern California

Scientific Classification

Species
Salvia spathacea
Genus
Salvia
Family
Lamiaceae
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